We, at Preferred Care at Home, know that making an investment in a franchise is no small endeavor.  For many, it is the investment of a lifetime, with hopes and dreams of passing it along to future generations.  For this reason, it is important that you conduct quality research on a corporation before you purchase a franchise from them. There are many questions you should ask, but let me take a moment to list and answer three important inquiries.

1. Is there a prototype location that is the basis for the franchising operation?
2. Are there methods of operation and management that are proven?  Have they been incorporated into an operating manual?
3. Is there a strong market for the products or services that the franchisor offers?

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